Process: Read the given case studies below. With your case study, articulate an appropriate research question and argue which research methodology is best to use to investigate your research question, including which research method is the most appropriate to employ. Discuss the implications of the research outcomes for practice of counselling and psychotherapy. Ensure all arguments are supported by well-chosen literature. Case Study Helens hunch Helen is a counsellor working with women experiencing postnatal depression. All of Helens clients were screened for risk factors for postnatal depression whilst pregnant. However, very few of them were flagged as at risk. Helen has a hunch that those who did not score high on the risk factors for postnatal depression, but went on to experience it, have personality traits that predispose them to postnatal depression. Specifically, Helen wants to explore whether there is an association between perfectionistic tendencies and postnatal depression. The case study marking criteria: Research question Research method and methodology Analysis and synthesis Ethical principles, social justice elements and legal implications Defence of presented arguments using evidence from relevant literature and scholarly sources Effective communication of academic literaciesShow more
